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Dog Friendly, Birding, Summer, Outdoor Recreation, Hiking
Take A Swim!

With summer now in full swing, it is the time of year when Wren and I are taking daily swims in Lake Colby in Saranac Lake. I return from working in the field each day sticky and sweaty from hiking around and conducting bird or vegetation work, and...

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Family Fun, Outdoor Recreation, Paddling
Family Paddling Day: Planned for You

Learn from a local father and paddle sport business owner how he spends a day on the water with his family!

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Camping
Camping in the Saranac Lake Area

Fish Creek is legendary. What started as 20 sites in 1926 is now 355 sites -- and all but 15 are on the water! With an almost booked-solid summer season, Fish Creek Pond Campground has broad appeal as it can accommodate equipment from tents to 40-foot...

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Coffee Shop, Dining
Sunrise and Morning Snacks in Saranac Lake

Businesses: -Origin Coffee Co. -JamDots -Blue Moon Cafe -Nori's Village Market -Early Dawn Confections -Anne's Crepes -Bitters & Bones (newly offers breakfast) Locations: -Riverside Park/Riverfront Park and the State Boat Launch (all connected, but...

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Dog Friendly
Saranac Lake is a dog town

This vacation, bring the dog. Because Saranac Lake is a dog-friendly place. Wilderness is even more enjoyable with four-legged companionship. If we have ever wondered what it would be like to really wear out our dog, one of our hikes or a paddling...

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Kayaking, Boating, Local Spotlight, Local Feature
Saranac Lake Local Spotlight: Meet Jason Smith

Meet Jason Smith, current owner of Adirondack Lakes and Trails Outfitters and manager of the Dewey Recreation Center, and learn about how he came to Saranac Lake, his family and their collective love for the outdoors, and his work within the community.

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Flatwater Paddles
Lower Saranac Lake
Route 3
Saranac Lake
(518) 891-1990

The paddling route from State Bridge to Ampersand Bay offers some of the most spectacular scenery in the area. Lower Saranac Lake was referred to by the Native Americans as the "Lake of the Clustered Stars," which may have referred to the...

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Bavarian French Toast
Octoberfest Brunch & Horse-drawn Stagecoach Rides
(518) 891-1489

We're celebrating the Fall Harvest with a special Octoberfest Brunch! Enjoy German-inspired dishes, desserts, Stagecoach Rides, beer tastings, a Spaetzle-making demo, and more. **Reservations required.**

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Camping
Our camping is a wilderness wonderland

Saranac Lake has a wonderful range of Adirondack campgrounds to choose from. Whether it's a full service RV hook-up or a tent in the wildest of the wilderness, we have a full range of very cool spots. Camping is a great way to really feel the wild...

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Paddling, Fishing, Birding
Paddling and Fishing the Colby’s

Little Colby Pond and Lake Colby are excellent destinations for paddling, fishing, bird watching and swimming. There are several areas that you can put in on these lakes, from the beach, from the grassy shore, from the state boat launch or from Forest...

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Golf & Stay

Voco Saranac Lake

Voco Saranac Lake

Tee off at one of the Adirondacks' historic golf courses, surrounded by breathtaking mountain views.

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Bike & Stay

Voco Saranac Lake

Voco Saranac Lake

Explore the beauty of Saranac Lake and the newly developed Adirondack Rail Trail.

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Stay and Dine

Voco Saranac Lake

Voco Saranac Lake

Receive a 50 dollar credit per stay to use in our Lakeside Drift. Enjoy an exceptional dining experience with unparalleled views great food and...

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Zip and Whip Expedition

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Farmhouse UTVs

Experience Outdoors and Farmhouse UTVs have teamed up to bring your family and friends the Adirondack adventure you've been waiting for....

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Paddle & Stay

Voco Saranac Lake

Voco Saranac Lake

Escape to the serene beauty of the Adirondacks and immerse yourself in nature as you paddle the tranquil waters of Lake Flower in a kayak, canoe,...

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Pet Getaway

Voco Saranac Lake

Voco Saranac Lake

Your dog deserves an Adirondack getaway too. Book our pet friendly hotel near Lake Placid welcomes every member of your crew. Book our Pet Package...

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Fish & Stay

Voco Saranac Lake

Voco Saranac Lake

Enjoy a 2-hour fishing session on Lake Flower for two, guided by expert anglers.

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